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Five minutes to Acadia National Park Visitor's Center. Max. occupancy 2 people

The Gardener's Cottage is a two-story romantic cottage (two person maximum) overlooking beautiful gardens at the end of a private tree lined drive. Arbor-covered patio with herb and flower garden outside the kitchen door. Second floor queen bedroom and fully tiled bathroom with washer and dryer. All linens included. First floor entry, living room, half-bath and kitchen. Light and airy feel with plenty of room for relaxed comfort. Inside and outside seating. Fully stocked cook's kitchen with all new appliances: gas stove, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator.

Summer weekly rates $1499/wk September weekly rates $1225/wk

We cheerfully return deposit payments if we are able to rebook the same rental time to another customer.

Bedrooms

1 Bedroom

Sleeps 2

Owner

Fayelle Anderson

Member Since 2014

Speaks:

english, italian

Calendar last updated:

Jan 21, 2019

About Fayelle Anderson

Michael and Fayalle Anderson are long time residents of Bar Harbor. Very active in the Bar Harbor food scene, they have owned restaurants, operated corporate dining and are currently one of Bar Harbor’s leading caterers. Their love of food and travel has sent them around the world sampling and exploring cuisines, history, architecture and art. Fayelle’s passion for gardening is displayed in the beautiful landscaping around The Gardener’s Cottage. They have incorporated into the Gardener’s Cottage their sense of style, attention to detail and comfort.

Fayelle Anderson purchased this Cottage in 1997

Why Fayelle Anderson chose Bar Harbor

It is the best of both worlds - privacy and wooded country setting with close access to all parts of the island. It is a great escape from the crowds and a wonderful retreat to return to at the end of a busy day exploring the island.

What makes this Cottage unique

The Gardener's Cottage has high quality finshes for your comfort and convenience. This includes a well-stocked light-filled 'cook's' kitchen, a spacious and comfortable living room, 1 1/2 baths and a private outdoor patio to enjoy the clean Maine air. You can sit outside by the kitchen garden or out in front on the Adirondack chairs overlooking the larger lawn, gardens and pond below or watch the fireflies at night.

Dining

Sunlight filled breakfast/dining nook in kitchen with seating for 4 plus table and benches outside under the arbor.

comfy seating for 4 people

Entertainment

Television

36" Smart TV

Stereo

Bose Wave clock radio/CD player in living room.

DVD Player

Books

A nice selection of good summer reading books.

Games

Video Library

A collection of some of our favorite movies.

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Beautifully landscaped yard and gardens.

Kayak / Canoe

Launch your kayak or canoe from Hadley Point Beach, just over a mile down the road. Or head half a mile north to paddle up Northeast Creek following Great Blue Herons feeding in the marsh.

Outdoor Grill

Located on patio from kitchen door

Beach Towels

Deck / Patio

Arbor covered private patio next to kitchen with a Webber BBQ and dining table & benches.

Outdoor Furniture

Tennis

Free outdoor tennis courts in Bar Harbor

Golf

Four golf courses within 20 minutes, including Kebo in Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor Golf Club and Causeway Golf Club in Southwest Harbor.

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Long-term Renters Welcome

Notes

Gardener's Cottage provides guests with a welcome package that includes information on local attractions, recommended restaurants and more.

House Rules

Check-in: 3:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

Canceled bookings will not receive a refund

43 Reviews

Exceptional5/5

1 - 6 of 43

Relaxation and perfect location

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Lisa M.

We really enjoyed our time here at the Gardeners Cottage. It is a beautiful time of year to see all the fall colors and so easy to do just that since the cottage is perfectly situated by Acadia, Bar Harbor and all the walking/hiking paths. One could be happy by staying in and looking out at the beautiful views from the cottage as well. We thank you for our stay here.

Submitted Oct 20, 2018

Cozy, clean, quiet retreat

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Tammy & Dave G.

We loved our time at the cottage. It is off the beaten path but is just a short drive to Acadia and Bar Harbor. It is a perfect place for a couple to get away. It’s all updated inside and really comfortable. The owners were very responsive and did some extra things that helped make our visit special. We would highly recommend the cottage and would stay there again in a heartbeat.

Submitted Oct 16, 2018

This is the place to stay if you are visiting MDI!

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Nancy P.

We just returned from a 3 night visit to Bar Harbor/Acadia and stay at the Gardener's Cottage. The cottage exceeded our expectations ( and our bar is quite high). The cottage is in a wonderful, quiet location not far from but away from busy Bar Harbor. The entrance to Acadia is close.

The cottage is beautifully decorated and appointed, as well as clean and comfortable. The property is private and off the beaten track. It was just perfect for my husband and myself. I would highly recommend this cottage if you're travelling to this beautiful area of Maine. It was our first trip to the area. We hope to go back, and we would definitely stay in the Gardener's Cottage again. The next trip will be longer!!

Submitted Oct 16, 2018

Cute Cottage

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Brian M.

My wife and I were visiting the area, and enjoyed our stay here. The cottage was very clean, quiet, and comfortable, and the location was a short drive to nearby Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park. We highly recommend this place!

Submitted Oct 13, 2018

The cottage is quiet, extremely clean , comfortably furnished and in a convenient beautiful locatio.

5/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Harriet S.San Antonio, Texas

The cottage is everything it says and more! There wasn’t one thing that we would change about our stay. Perfection comes to mind.

Submitted Oct 8, 2018

Cozy, peaceful, beautiful, comfortable

5/5

Stayed Sep 2018

Kris C.Canandaigua NY

This was the perfect place to stay!! After the busyness of town and spending the day hiking and exploring Acadia National Park it was great to come back to the peace and quiet of this cottage!!! Its beautiful and charming!!! I will stay there again if we make another trip to Maine. They are wonderful hosts!

Submitted Oct 3, 2018

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Map

Bar Harbor, ME, USA

Gardener's Cottage is perfectly situated just north of the busy downtown district of Bar Harbor. Bar Harbor Cellars Farm Winery is about 1 mile away, offering free tours and tastings daily as well as brick oven baked pizza at Sweet Pea's Cafe. Or head north 3 miles to Atlantic Brewery's free tours and tasting followed by the island's best BBQ at Mainely Meat BBQ.

The former estate of Beatrix Farrand, one of America’s most significant landscape architects, borders Gardener's Cottage.